{"title":"Other Pests","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-edt-prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003eNot every pest is thrips, aphids, whitefly, or mites — and when something unusual shows up, the right move is to identify it first, then match it to the right beneficial. Here's how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrops face a long tail of \u003cstrong\u003ecommon greenhouse pests\u003c\/strong\u003e beyond the big four — from broad and russet mites to springtails, occasional beetles, and new invaders. This collection helps you identify them and shows \u003cstrong\u003ehow to choose beneficial insects\u003c\/strong\u003e to control them naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdentify the pest first\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurate ID drives the right solution: confirm whether you're dealing with a leaf-feeder, a soil dweller, or a sap-sucker, and whether eggs, larvae, or adults are present. Sticky cards and a hand lens make scouting reliable — and when in doubt, an IPM specialist can confirm the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to choose the right beneficials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliar pests call for predatory mites, lacewings, or pirate bugs; soil pests for nematodes, soil mites, and rove beetles; and many situations benefit from a generalist predator plus a horticultural oil for knockdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in this collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/stratiolaelaps-scimitus-soil-dwelling-predatory-mites\"\u003eSTRATIOforce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/steinernema-feltiae-nematodes-50250-million\"\u003eNEMAforce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — soil predators and nematodes for media-dwelling pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chrysoperla-rufilabris-3\"\u003eCHRYSOforce R\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e green lacewings — a broad generalist predator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/suffoil-x\"\u003eSuffOil-X\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — horticultural oil for compatible knockdown across many pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the most common greenhouse pests?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrips, aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites lead, followed by fungus gnats, mealybugs, scale, caterpillars, and leafminers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I choose the right beneficial insect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdentify the pest and its stage, then match it: predatory mites and pirate bugs for foliar pests, nematodes and soil mites for the root zone, and generalists like lacewings for mixed pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use several beneficials together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — most beneficials are compatible and often work better combined, covering different pests and life stages at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I can't identify the pest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrap a sample on a sticky card and use a hand lens, or contact an IPM specialist — correct ID is the key to picking the right beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"gm-edt-totop\" aria-label=\"Back to top\" title=\"Back to top\"\u003e↑\u003c\/a\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-5","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing adults (100\/250\/1,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as adult lacewings: the adults feed on pollen and nectar and lay eggs near pest hot spots, and it is their hungry larvae that do the hunting. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as adults, divide the calculated rate by four.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release adults near pest hot spots, ideally in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult lacewings are not predatory themselves — they feed on pollen, nectar, or other suitable food and lay eggs near pest colonies, and it is the larvae that hunt. Provide a supplemental food such as Wheast™ to support breeding and egg-laying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as possible after receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Cup of 100","offer_id":46950111379612,"sku":"LWA1","price":65.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cup of 250","offer_id":46950111412380,"sku":"LWA2","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tube of 1,000","offer_id":46950111445148,"sku":"LWA3","price":232.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_adults_100_250_1_000_cup_of_100.webp?v=1779301441"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-7","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs in loose form (5,000\/ 10,000\/ 100,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as loose eggs mixed with rice hulls, which keeps the eggs separated and makes it easy to sprinkle them evenly over a pest problem. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce they hatch, the larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as eggs, multiply the calculated rate by five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release the eggs when newly hatched larvae are seen moving in the container. Eggs may be hatching on arrival, and in summer the larvae emerge sooner; at any time of year it should take no longer than three days to hatch if held at around 80°F. Always rotate the bottle gently on arrival to separate the eggs so they are not clustered in one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady for release when:\u003c\/strong\u003e egg membranes are dull gray, the larvae’s abdominal bands are distinct, the larval eyespots are readily visible, and at least 1% of the eggs have hatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs ship in a container with rice hulls, which separates them and helps distribution. Sprinkle the contents over the targeted plants, but go easy — don’t sprinkle the whole batch in one spot. For persistent pest problems, apply at pre-planned intervals (every one to two weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as the eggs begin hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"4oz Bottle of 5,000 eggs in Rice Hulls","offer_id":46950176030876,"sku":"L5K","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz Bottle of 10,000 eggs in Rice Hulls","offer_id":46950176063644,"sku":"L10K","price":43.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz cup of 100,000 w\/ no carrier","offer_id":46950176096412,"sku":"LWE100K","price":399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_eggs_in_loose_form_5_000__10_000__100_000_4oz_bottle_of_5000_eggs_in_rice_hulls.webp?v=1779302671"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-2","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as eggs on a card: each sheet holds at least 5,000 viable eggs plus food, divided into 30 segments you can hang right where the pests are. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce they hatch, the larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates shown are for larvae. Since this product ships as eggs, multiply the calculated rate by five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDividing the card:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each sheet contains at least 5,000 viable eggs and food divided into 30 segments. To divide them, turn the card over and either tear or cut along the perforations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release as soon as the lacewing larvae start to hatch — the eggs turn from green to gray before hatching. Hang the segments near the pest infestation, keeping them in protected areas away from direct sunlight. Eggs continue to hatch over 24–48 hours, and the segments can be moved after about 12 hours to aid dispersal. For persistent pest problems, apply at pre-planned intervals (every two weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the lacewings. Release as soon as the eggs begin hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ant control is very important — ants are attracted to the eggs and food, and they protect aphids from predators for their honeydew. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Card of 5,000","offer_id":46950176129180,"sku":"LWCD","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_eggs_on_cards_5_000_card_of_5000.webp?v=1781308145"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-4","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bottle (1,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as ready-to-hunt larvae in a 16 oz bottle, mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution, so the predators go to work the day they arrive. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs are incubated at the insectary and will have hatched into larvae by the time they arrive, so release them the same day you receive them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larvae are mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution — simply sprinkle the contents over the target area, concentrating near the pest hot spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bottle of 1,000","offer_id":46950176161948,"sku":"LWB","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_bottle_1_000_bottle_of_1000.webp?v=1779301669"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-green-lacewing-larvae-in-bulk-bag","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bulk (5,000\/ 10,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This bulk format ships ready-to-hunt larvae in a 5-liter bag or bucket, mixed with buckwheat and supplied with a scoop for fast, even coverage of larger plantings. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eggs are incubated at the insectary and will have hatched into larvae by the time they arrive, so release them the same day you receive them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larvae are mixed with buckwheat for easy distribution. Simply sprinkle the contents over the target area, concentrating near the pest hot spots. The bulk bag comes with a separate plastic scoop you can use to spread the larvae evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Bag of 5,000","offer_id":46950176194716,"sku":"LWBG","price":154.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bucket of 10,000","offer_id":46950176227484,"sku":"LWL10K","price":300.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_bulk_5_000__10_000_bag_of_5000.webp?v=1779300879"},{"product_id":"chrysoperla-rufilabris-3","title":"CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in hexcell unit (400)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCHRYSOforce™ R is the green lacewing, \u003cem\u003eChrysoperla rufilabris\u003c\/em\u003e — a voracious generalist whose larvae eat just about any soft-bodied pest they can catch, and they are always hungry. This format ships as pre-fed larvae in a 6×8 hex cell rearing frame: each larva develops in its own cell, separated so they arrive healthy and ready to release. Use it across ornamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries, in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards. Note: green lacewing does not control root aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae feed on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany aphid species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany mealybug species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpider mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany thrips species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhiteflies (eggs\/juveniles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEggs of many pest species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, hemp\/cannabis, vegetables, soft fruits, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, gardens, and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the green lacewing controls pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe larvae seek out prey and suck the life out of them, consuming up to 50 aphids a day, and they are capable of attacking large prey. Females can lay 400-plus eggs near pest hot spots. Green lacewing stays active in low light and cooler temperatures, which makes it a flexible predator across many crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Information\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreventative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3 per 10 sq. ft., monthly, as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–5 per 10 sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2–3 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–8 per 10 sq. ft., weekly, 2–4 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 3–5 times\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 per 10 sq. ft., tri-weekly, indefinitely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–90% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcre+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–50% of rates listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe rates shown are for larvae, so use them as listed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannabis Alert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pre-fed larvae are still developing inside individual cells of the rearing frame. Release them the same day received (no later than the following day) unless your packing slip says otherwise. Hold the frame up to the light and you can see the larvae in their cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peel back one side of the organdy material an inch at a time and “knock” or tap the larvae out onto the target area, then peel off the organdy on the other side. You can lay the frame next to a plant so any remaining larvae crawl out onto the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not cold store the larvae. Release them the same day they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are small, fast, and hard to find in the crop — the best time to look is in the evening. The clearest sign the lacewings are working is a drop in pests a few days after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvisories:\u003c\/strong\u003e If ants are present, control them before releasing — ants feed on aphid honeydew and will protect aphids from predators. Adult lacewings need pollen, nectar, or other suitable food to breed; Wheast™ can be given to adults as a supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"Frame of 400","offer_id":46950176260252,"sku":"LWFR","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/CHRYSOforce_R_lacewing_larvae_in_hexcell_unit_400_frame_of_400.webp?v=1781307986"},{"product_id":"heterorhabditis-bacteriophora-hb-nematodes","title":"NEMAforce™ HB – (50\/250 million)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNEMAforce™ HB is the beneficial nematode \u003cem\u003eHeterorhabditis bacteriophora\u003c\/em\u003e, used to control soil-dwelling grubs and root pests. It is a “cruiser” that prefers to live well below the soil surface and actively seeks out its hosts, which makes it a strong choice against deeper grubs like Japanese beetle larvae. The microscopic nematodes are harmless to people, pets, and plants, and fit into turf, nursery, ornamental, and field programs — including medicinal cannabis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eJapanese Beetle, June\/May Beetle, and other white grubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eApple Maggot pupae and leafminer pupae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCabbage Root Maggots, Onion Maggots, Carrot Rust Flies, Carrot Weevils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCucumber Beetle larvae, Flea Beetle larvae, Northern Corn Rootworms, Wireworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eand many other soil-dwelling pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSoft fruits, turf and lawn, tree and shrub nurseries, and ornamentals — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, medicinal cannabis, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the nematodes work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eInfective juvenile nematodes penetrate the host through its natural openings. Once inside the body cavity, they release a symbiotic bacterium that kills the host insect within 24–48 hours. The nematodes grow and multiply inside the dead host, and a new generation of infective juveniles then leaves it in search of more pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuropean Chafer Grubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–100 million per 1,000 ft² (2–3 billion per acre)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriental \u0026amp; Japanese Beetle Grubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25–50 million per 1,000 ft² (1–2 billion per acre)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eApply in 65–130 gallons of water per acre (about 1.5–3 gallons per 1,000 ft²). Always follow the product label for your target pest and site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil should be 59–86°F at application and for at least two weeks afterward. Agitate the nematodes constantly during application, avoid direct sunlight, and apply in the early morning or late afternoon\/evening — applying just before, during, or after rain is ideal. Make sure the soil is moist before application and keep it moist for at least two weeks. Immediately after applying, irrigate the treated area with about 1\/8 inch (0.30 cm) of water to move the nematodes down into the soil profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; disposal:\u003c\/strong\u003e On receipt, remove the product from the shipping packaging and use it immediately, or store it in a refrigerator at 40°F (5°C) — do not freeze. Ensure good air circulation around each tray, and do not use the product past its expiration date or if it was stored incorrectly. Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with federal and local regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"50 mill","offer_id":46950953123996,"sku":"H50","price":73.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 mill","offer_id":46950953156764,"sku":"H250","price":147.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/NEMAforce_HB_50_250_million_50_mill.webp?v=1779310921"},{"product_id":"steinernema-carpocapsae-nematodes-50250-million","title":"NEMAforce™ SC – (50\/250 million)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNEMAforce™ SC is the beneficial nematode \u003cem\u003eSteinernema carpocapsae\u003c\/em\u003e, an “ambush” hunter that lives on the media surface and waits to attack passing pests. It is best matched to surface-active and shallow pests, and works in a wide range of crops. The microscopic nematodes are harmless to people, pets, and plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShore Fly larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany beetle larvae, including white grubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMany caterpillar species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eLeafminer larvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eChinch Bugs and Mole Crickets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCat Fleas and Dog Fleas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOrnamentals, vegetables, orchards, soft fruit, and tree nurseries — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the nematodes work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eInfective juvenile nematodes penetrate the host through its natural openings. Once inside the body cavity, they release a symbiotic bacterium that kills the host insect within 24–48 hours. The nematodes grow and multiply inside the dead host, and a new generation of infective juveniles then leaves it in search of more pests. Because \u003cem\u003eS. carpocapsae\u003c\/em\u003e is an ambush hunter, air temperature matters — warm, calm conditions suit it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelease Rates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"gm-release-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrop \/ Pest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCranberries \u0026amp; Mint — Cranberry Girdler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 billion per acre (rate based on thatch depth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCranberries \u0026amp; Mint — Mint Root Borer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–1.5 billion per acre, applied Aug–Sept at 55–86°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRates are pest- and site-specific — always follow the product label for your crop and target pest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Read and follow all label instructions before applying. Because these pests cluster, sample all areas for the pest before spot-treating; if thorough sampling isn’t feasible, broadcast NEMAforce™ SC over the entire infested area. It can be applied with common spray equipment, including tank and backpack sprayers — remove any filters, keep the mix agitated, and apply out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; disposal:\u003c\/strong\u003e On receipt, remove the product from the shipping packaging and use it immediately, or store it in a refrigerator at 40°F (5°C) — do not freeze. Ensure good air circulation around each tray, and do not use the product past its expiration date or if it was stored incorrectly. Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with federal and local regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"50 mill","offer_id":46950953189532,"sku":"C50","price":86.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 mill","offer_id":46950953222300,"sku":"C250","price":135.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/NEMAforce_SC_50_250_million_50_mill.webp?v=1779319879"},{"product_id":"stratiolaelaps-scimitus-soil-dwelling-predatory-mites","title":"STRATIOforce™ – soil-dwelling predatory mites (12,500\/ 25,000\/ 125,000)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gm-content-products\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSTRATIOforce™ is the soil-dwelling predatory mite \u003cem\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus\u003c\/em\u003e, used to prevent, control, and manage fungus gnats and the soil-pupating stages of certain thrips. It lives and hunts in the top layer of soil and media, cleaning up pests before they emerge as adults. An underrated benefit is its appetite for thrips pupae — using \u003cem\u003eS. scimitus\u003c\/em\u003e alone has been shown to cut western flower thrips populations by around 43%. Use it in vegetable, soft fruit, and ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFungus Gnat spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThrips spp. (soil-pupating stages)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSome Shore Fly spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSpringtails and other soil pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrops it supports\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVegetable crops, soft fruits, ornamental crops, and hemp\/cannabis — in greenhouses, indoor facilities, fields, and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Stratiolaelaps scimitus controls soil pests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThese mites live in the top half-inch of soil and media, where fungus gnat larvae and thrips pupae and pre-pupae develop, and feed on them directly. 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These mites should also be released onto dirt and gravel floors, around greenhouse weeds, and under benches and ground covers — anywhere fungus gnat larvae and pupae or thrips pupae and pre-pupae may develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The product can be stored at 50–60°F for about two days. The bottles and bags ship with a food source; once it runs out the mites will start attacking each other, so release promptly. Store the bottles on their side with the filter paper up to give the mites more surface area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The potato test works well — place a slice of potato on the soil to attract fungus gnat larvae and their predators, and check it after a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beneficial-Insectary","offers":[{"title":"12,500 - 16oz Bottle in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903215260,"sku":"SS12","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25,000 - 1 liter Bottle in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903248028,"sku":"SS25","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25,000 - 1 liter Bottle in Peat Moss Only","offer_id":46964903280796,"sku":"SSN","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125,000 - 5 liter Bucket in Peat Moss\/Vermiculite","offer_id":46964903313564,"sku":"SSBK","price":166.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125,000 - 5 liter Bucket in Peat Moss Only","offer_id":46964903346332,"sku":"SSGN","price":166.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/files\/STRATIOforce_soil-dwelling_predatory_mites_12_500__25_000__125_000_12500_16oz_Bottle_in_Peat_Moss_Vermiculite.webp?v=1779321102"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/0403\/6764\/collections\/Other_Pests_Collection.webp?v=1782260563","url":"https:\/\/greenmethods.com\/collections\/other-pests.oembed","provider":"Green Methods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}